A life in the garden

Herb growing is a very enjoyable aspect of gardening for many of us, so if you have a herb garden, why not consider expanding your herb collection? Or if you haven’t started yet, now is the time! For

October is the golden month, with autumn leaves falling like confetti, pumpkins curing on the vine, and the last of the orchard fruits ready to be picked and cherished. Towards the end of the month, a

I love the autumnal colours of October, but it’s a busy month as my, my brother’s and one of my nieces’ birthdays are in this month. It can, therefore, be an expensive month, which is why I love to gi

Seeing rest as a job has been a game changer on the allotment at this time of year for Olga Grieves

The garden has given me much joy this year, though it’s not been without its challenges! Especially the weather, with so little rain for long periods. But those two months of drought made little impac

Tidy-up time is valuable as garden debris helps soil, wildlife and next year’s growth